African Airlines on Alert as Lufthansa Warns Strait of Hormuz Closure Could Add $2 Billion in Fuel Costs

African airlines are on high alert following Lufthansa’s warning that potential Strait of Hormuz disruptions could add $2 billion to global jet fuel costs by 2025. The Middle East conflict is increasing kerosene prices and forcing reroutes, making African carriers particularly vulnerable due to their reliance on imports through the affected region, leading to significant cost increases and threatening operations.